Shirt of the Day: Merino Polo by Rapha

The search for the perfect polo can feel like a White Whale hunt at times. Some are too short and wide, some are tight and long, some fall in the middle — but not the right middle. Rapha, the luxury bicycle clothier, has made one that fits just right — for us, at any rate. Ideal for city riding or walking, the Merino wool shirt is surprisingly light and breathable, not to mention itch-free. The shoulder seams are offset to prevent rubbing while wearing a pack, and there's a handy pocket sewn into the back. And it actually manages to repel odor, which, in summertime, is no small feat. The only thing this polo doesn't do is come in many colors: just black at the moment. So it would seem, then, that we've found the perfect black polo. For the rest, well, that's what yesterday's polo of the day was for.

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